Wright R-1820-40

GPTKB entity

Statements (46)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:jet_engine
gptkbp:application gptkb:aircraft
gptkb:military_aircraft
gptkbp:bore 5.5 inches
gptkbp:compression_ratio 6.5:1
gptkbp:configuration 9-cylinder
gptkbp:control_system Throttle-controlled
gptkbp:cooling_system Air-cooled
gptkbp:displacement 1,820 cubic inches
gptkbp:engine Electric starter
Influenced future aircraft engines
Used in various aircraft types.
Widely used in WWII
gptkbp:engine_configuration Radial
Fuselage-mounted
Detailed specifications available
Horizontally opposed
gptkbp:engine_power Reliable performance
Popular among vintage aircraft enthusiasts
gptkbp:engine_type Two-stroke
Multiple variants produced
gptkbp:first_flight gptkb:1930
gptkbp:fuel_type gptkb:Avgas
Carbureted
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Wright R-1820-40
gptkbp:ignition_system Dual ignition
gptkbp:maintenance Regular maintenance required
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Wright_Aeronautical_Corporation
gptkbp:power_output 1,200 horsepower
gptkbp:production_years 1930-1950
gptkbp:stroke 6.0 inches
gptkbp:successor gptkb:Wright_R-2600
gptkbp:type Radial engine
gptkbp:used_in gptkb:Douglas_DC-3
gptkb:Grumman_F4_F_Wildcat
gptkb:Boeing_B-17_Flying_Fortress
gptkbp:valve_configuration Pushrod
gptkbp:variant gptkb:R-1820-51
R-1820-76
R-1820-97
R-1820-57
R-1820-88
gptkbp:weight 600 pounds
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:F4_F_Wildcat
gptkb:Grumman_F4_F_Wildcat
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4